Returning Members

Application Process

Submit an online rehire application by April 15, 2023.
Check your email for your requal date.
Reply to the email to confirm your date.
Arrive to the Joseph Von Savage Pool at least 15 minutes prior to your test.
Bring all required paperwork.

Requalification Test Information

Requirements

Pool Swim Test: 250 yards < 4 minutes
Stamina Test: .5 mile run < 3:45 minutes
AED/CPR Re-certification
SJLCA Ocean Swim Requirement: 500 yard < 10 minutes (Completed by 08/01/2023)

There are NO EXCEPTIONS – you must complete both stamina sections before you are assigned a starting date.

Requalification Dates
Time: 8:00 am Location: Joseph Von Savage Pool

Saturday April 29, 2023
Saturday May 6, 2023
Saturday May 13, 2023
Saturday May 20, 2023
Saturday May 27, 2023
Saturday June 3, 2023
Saturday June 10, 2023

Requalification Paperwork

All returning personnel must bring a current copy of the following documents to requal in order to be processed at city hall for return to work. Please note that your start date is dependent upon your submission of all required documents.

Recent WCBP Medical Form (Physical)
Driver's License
Social Security Card

All returning personnel will be required to submit an online background check after passing the requal swim/run/CPR-First Aid Tests. Background check must be processed before start date.

Important Information

It is extremely important to reapply by April 15, 2023.
If you are not planning on returning, please indicate that on the rehire form.
All WCBP members that do not reply by April 15th will be considered as not returning, and their positions may be relinquished to new candidates.
Please note that if you plan to return, you must be available to start by no later than July 1, 2023 and work until at least August 15, 2023. No interrupted service, i.e: (no family vacations, school camps, summer school, etc.) Any exception to this policy must be submitted and cleared by Chief Johnson prior to start date.
As you know your work as a lifeguard is important, and the people that visit the beaches of Wildwood Crest rely on you for your professionalism and skills. Please be ready to work and be in shape for your job.
If your email has recently changed, please send your updated email address to mbwcbp@gmail.com.
Those rehired are reminded that you are “at will employees” while employed. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call 609-522-3825 or email info@wcbp.org.

Important Dates

As always, we will work weekends starting Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-29).
Official Full time status will start on June 10, 2023 and work through the weekend after Labor Day
June 20-30 Rookie School
July 1, 2023: Full staff
July 7, 2023 Cape May County Lifeguard Championships 6:30 PM

Apply Now

Click the button below to begin the rehire process before
April 15, 2023.

WCBP Medical Form

Download and complete prior to requal date.

REHIRE APPLICATION

WCBP Medical Form

The schedule/information on this page is contingent on any Covid-19 restrictions and are subject to change if necessary